Welcome to
Hitchin Symphony Orchestra
Hitchin Symphony Orchestra's motto, 'Promoting Live Music', sums up our passion and goal as an orchestra. Bringing a high standard of symphonic concerts to Hitchin audiences, we enjoy a well-earned reputation for imaginative programming. We are especially pleased to offer a concert platform for local musicians – both orchestral players and soloists.
Concerts​
Join us for our concert on Saturday 17 May, featuring a captivating programme that spans the emotional and musical spectrum. The concert opens with Ethel Smyth’s Overture to The Wreckers, a powerful and dramatic piece that sets the stage with its intense and evocative themes. Next, experience the lively and whimsical charm of DvoÅ™ák’s Scherzo capriccioso, a delightful work that dances with playful rhythms and vibrant melodies. The evening continues with the haunting beauty and virtuosic brilliance of Sibelius’ Violin Concerto in D minor. HSO is delighted to welcome back Eugenie Dalgleish as the soloist for this masterpiece. After the interval, return for Saint-Saëns’ majestic Symphony No. 3 in C minor, also known as the ‘Organ Symphony’, which combines orchestral grandeur with the awe-inspiring power of the organ. This concert promises to be a voyage through some of the most compelling and enchanting works in the orchestral repertoire. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the magic of live symphonic music!
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Hitchin Symphony Orchestra really enjoyed performing to the capacity audience at our Children's Concert in June 2024. We are therefore delighted the British Schools Museum is hosting us again this year, on Sunday 29 June. Watch this space for further details!
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For our concert on 23 November 2024, we were delighted to welcome Alison Langer to sing for both works. Mahler’s Symphony No. 4 in G major is a delightful journey through innocence and wonder. The fourth movement, ‘Sehr behaglich’, features a soprano soloist who embodies childlike bliss. The music dances between celestial realms and earthly joys, capturing the essence of a child’s view of heaven. Alban Berg’s Sieben Frühe Lieder (Seven Early Songs) are exquisite miniatures. Written during his early years, these songs reveal Berg’s lyrical sensitivity and affinity for expressionism. From the dreamy ‘Nacht’ to the evocative ‘Liebesode’, each song paints vivid emotions and landscapes. In this captivating pairing, Mahler’s heavenly symphony and Berg’s intimate lieder create a harmonious dialogue between innocence and introspection.​​
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To find out more, please visit our Concerts page.
Seeking Musicians
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We are always keen to hear from instrumentalists looking to join an exciting and friendly orchestra in North Hertfordshire. At present we would particularly like to hear from violinists, cellists and double bassists looking to play with an orchestra.
For more information see the Join Us page.
Patrons of HSO
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Our Patrons help support the continued development of the orchestra and this allows our audiences to enjoy new and exciting programmes and soloists. We are very grateful to the members of our Patrons scheme.
If you would like to join the scheme and get discounted concert tickets, please see the Support Us page.